The Australian National University

Classification: Academic Level A Salary package: $87,135 - $109,369 per annum plus 17% superannuation Term: Full time, Fixed term (up to 36 months) Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD and PEWER Level A Postdoctoral Fellow_Magnetismpostdoc.pdf The Position The Postdoctoral Fellow will work within the research group of Professor Naomi McClure-Griffiths and Dr Craig Anderson and focus on measuring the magnitude and structure magnetic fields in the nearby Universe using Faraday Rotation. The work will revolve around the ASKAP Polarisation Survey of the Universe’s Magnetism, POSSUM. This position will focus on using POSSUM Rotation Measures to probe the magnetoionic medium in the Magellanic Clouds, the circumgalactic medium of galaxies and/or nearby galaxy groups. This will also include some technical work to enable the delivery of the POSSUM survey data products. The Postdoctoral Fellow is also expected to contribute to other areas of academic activity including education and service (including outreach). The Postdoctoral Fellow may also be required to supervise or mentor less senior staff, and undertake leadership roles as applicable. The staff member will contribute cooperatively to the overall intellectual life of the School, College and University.    The Person An outstanding Postdoctoral Fellow in the areas of Faraday rotation and/or extragalactic magnetism. The candidate will have (or shortly obtain) a PhD in astronomy or a related area, with a strong track record of research in the field of Radio Polarimetry and/or Faraday Rotation as evidenced by cited publications in peer-reviewed journals and conferences, a record of developing and maintaining collaborations and by other measures such as awards, and invitations to present at prominent conferences etc. The candidate will have a track record of articulating and prosecuting innovative research in the field of astronomy and demonstrated ability to lead and work as part of a team. The Postdoctoral Fellow will use ASKAP POSSUM data with a view to publishing original and innovative results in international refereed journals, present research at academic seminars and at national and international conferences, and collaborate with other researchers at a national and/or international level.   The School The Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics is a leading centre of Astronomy and Astronomical Instrumentation research in Australia. Researchers have a tradition of excellence in addressing the world’s leading astronomical questions. The College The ANU College of Science and Medicine encompasses the disciplines of: Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Environment and Society, Mathematics, Physics, and Science Communication and is also home to a number of cross-disciplinary and specialist Institutes and Centres. Staff and students within the ANU College of Science and Medicine conduct research and deliver a research-led education program that encompasses the breadth of the sciences, supported by extensive international networks and by world-class facilities.  To find out more about the Science at ANU community, follow us on social media at Instagram and Facebook For further information please contact, Naomi McClure-Griffiths, T: +61 2 6125 5047, E: naomi.mcclure-griffiths@anu.edu.au ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities.  For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details. Application information In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents: A statement addressing the selection criteria. A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form. A three page statement of past and current research Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position. Please note: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results. Closing date: Friday, 30 January 2026, 11.55PM (AEDT) 

Classification: Academic Level B or C Salary Package: $118,632 – $158,323 per annum plus 17% superannuation Terms: 2 x Full-time, fixed term (up to 2 years) (1 x Female identified position) Position Description and Selection Criteria: Academic Level B and C MSI Fellow Position overview  The MSI invites applications for two appointments (up to 2 years, fixed term) as MSI Fellows at Academic Levels B and C (equivalent to Assistant and Associate Professor positions in the United States). One of the two available roles is an identified position in accordance with the University’s Identified Positions Procedure. The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special measure and is aimed at increasing employment opportunities for women in the workplace where women have been, and continue to be, underrepresented. These prestigious MSI Fellowships support early-career academics pursuing research-focused careers in any field of mathematics, preferably aligned with one or more of the Institute’s existing research programs. The appointment level will be determined according to the appointee’s research and teaching experience. Applicants should demonstrate an outstanding record in research, teaching, and service commensurate with their career stage. Fellows will undertake a small amount of teaching (10 hours of work per week over 12 weeks) in their area of specialisation and/or in core undergraduate courses. Each Fellowship includes an annual research support grant to support start-up costs, host collaborators, and support conference travel. The Australian National University is a world-leading institution that offers extensive programs and benefits to support staff wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. For more information, please click here. ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for people of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here Hanna Neumann MSI Fellow - Female only, identified position* As noted above, MSI is committed to improving gender balance among staff and students in pure and applied mathematics. To support this goal, the Institute has designated the Hanna Neumann MSI Fellowship for female applicants only, as part of its broader commitment to equal opportunity and increasing the representation of women in mathematics.  About the Mathematical Science Institute (MSI)                                                                      The Mathematical Sciences Institute is one of the leading mathematics departments in Australia.   The Mathematical Sciences Institute (MSI), within the College of Systems and Society, aims for research and educational outcomes of the highest quality.  MSI comprises approximately 42 academics and is located in a new modern, sustainable, award winning building with state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities.  The MSI has research strengths in areas, including algebraic geometry, representation theory, number theory, algebraic and geometric topology, non-linear partial differential equations, harmonic analysis, geometric analysis, mathematical data science, computational mathematics, mathematical physics, probability/stochastics, and applied mathematics (environmental sciences, bioinformatics, plasma physics).  MSI provides Australia’s leading mathematics programs, from undergraduate to postgraduate study. The Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences and the elite Bachelor of Philosophy attract top students, supported by scholarships and prizes. MSI is committed to improving gender balance in mathematics and supports this goal through the Hanna Neumann MSI Fellowship, reserved for female applicants.  For further information about MSI, please see our website For more information, please contact Professor Lilia Ferrario (she/her), Director MSI via email at director.msi@anu.edu.au The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au  ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details. Application information All application documentation, including three (3) reference letters, must be submitted on MathJobs.org. Please ensure that you upload the following documents: A covering letter or statement addressing the selection criteria. A current curriculum vitae (CV), including a publication list. A research and teaching vision statement describing achievements and future career plans. At least three (3) current letters of recommendation. The references should be uploaded by the referee to MathJobs.org. The selection committee would like to interview candidates, via zoom, during January 2026 with an expected commencement date not later than October 2026. The committee will consider candidates who do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria. Please note: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results. Closing date: Sunday, 4 January 2026, 11:55 PM (AEDT) 

Classification: Academic Level A4 Salary package: $109,369 per annum plus 17% superannuation Term: Full-time, Fixed term (Up to 36 months) Position Description and Selection Criteria: Postdoctoral Fellow Working at ANU This is an opportunity to work with a world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence. We offer: flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both on our beautiful, green campus and working remotely, generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements, designated parent rooms, quiet spaces and childcare facilities on campus, and Career support, training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities. For more information on a range of lifestyle, financial and non-financial rewards and programs, please click here. To see what the Science at ANU community is like, we invite you to follow us on social media at Instagram and Facebook. A Diverse and Inclusive Team ANU is introducing measures to support the recruitment, inclusion and retention of employees with disability. To find out more, please click here. ANU is a large, diverse employer with staff working across numerous professions (see the full list of available roles here. We are a recipient of the bronze award through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program and a platinum member of the Australian Network on Disability. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and from individuals who may have had a non-linear career path, career gaps or career breaks. The ANU Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics (RSAA) operates Australia’s national optical observatory and has access to the world’s largest optical telescopes. Our staff and students have made major contributions to astronomy, mapping the structure and formation of the Milky Way, discovering planets orbiting other stars, measuring dark matter both within our Galaxy and in the wider Universe, and discovering the accelerating expansion of the Universe. Our astronomers include winners of the Prime Minister’s Prize for Science and the Nobel Prize. Our main campus is at Mount Stromlo Observatory where we host the Advanced Instrumentation and Technology Centre, a national facility established to support the development of the next generation of instruments for astronomy and space science. The Position The Postdoctoral Fellow will undertake high impact research in the areas of galaxy formation science using ALMA data. They will lead by example in developing and maintaining effective, productive and beneficial workplace relationships with all academic and professional School and College staff, as well as students and other stakeholders. The Person To excel in this role you will have A PhD in astronomy and astrophysics or a related area, A track record of articulating and prosecuting innovative research in the field of astronomy, and a vision for the activities they will undertake at the ANU, and      Excellent oral and written English language skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate and interact effectively. Please check the Position Description document for all selection criteria. You can learn more about the ground-breaking research and work class facilities of the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics here. For more information about the position please contact, Dr Melanie Kaasinen, E: Melanie.Kaasinen@anu.edu.au To Apply To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents: A current curriculum vitae (CV), No more than a two-page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria (found in the Position Description pdf) A statement of research interests and experience no longer than three pages, and And, the names and contact details of three referees. The committee will consider candidates that do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria. If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team at E: hr.cosm@anu.edu.au. Any adjustment request or the disclosure of disability will not be communicated to the selection committee without the candidates consent and it will not  have any bearing on hiring decisions. For examples of common reasonable adjustments please click here. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results. Closing date Sunday, 11 January 2025, 11:55PM